Headlight condensation
Posted: Sat Jan 27, 2018 3:37 pm
I'm currently searching for an XK8/XKR convertible, so far without success. One thing I have noticed on my travels is how many of these cars have misted up headlight and/or rear light lens assemblies. Some can be completely fogged up all round.
Until recently, I hadn't noticed this on any car of mine, but then I always kept them in a garage. But my wife's Kuga shows mild condensation in every light assembly, and this is a brand new car parked outside.
I understand why condensation occurs, and why you are most likely to see it on a car that's been parked outside overnight in the winter. But on the XKs condensation seems a common, and excessive, feature. Is this 'normal', or a sign that the assemblies need changing?
Any advice would be welcome.
Until recently, I hadn't noticed this on any car of mine, but then I always kept them in a garage. But my wife's Kuga shows mild condensation in every light assembly, and this is a brand new car parked outside.
I understand why condensation occurs, and why you are most likely to see it on a car that's been parked outside overnight in the winter. But on the XKs condensation seems a common, and excessive, feature. Is this 'normal', or a sign that the assemblies need changing?
Any advice would be welcome.